Fraser Engines · 3.6L GM VVT High Feature V6 Program · 🔥 Blazing Hot Seller
Two ways to buy: a Standard zero-mile remanufactured 3.6L VVT long block, or the Fraser Advantage™ build with an upgraded block, updated heads and every T.S.B. update applied — with a 5-year warranty and a free year of No-Fault. Both ship with free commercial shipping and no upfront core charge.

Zero-mile remanufactured long block · 3-yr warranty
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Upgraded block & updated heads · all T.S.B. updates · 5-yr warranty + 1-yr No-Fault
Order with a Product Specialist Mon–Fri 8AM–5PM EST · Online 24/7
Fraser Engines Protection Options
Upgrade your coverage and add recommended installation products when placing your order. A Fraser Engines Product Specialist will confirm all selections before processing.
Entry-level No-Fault protection for the first year of ownership.
$99.00Extended No-Fault protection for two full years.
$199.00Three years of upgraded No-Fault protection.
$299.00Four-year No-Fault protection with Premium Pay benefits.
$399.00Maximum No-Fault protection with Premium Pay benefits.
$499.00Commonly recommended replacement components to support a professional engine installation. Contents and availability may vary by application.
Specially formulated to protect critical engine components during the initial break-in period while supporting proper ring seating.
Important: Warranty coverage, labor reimbursement, eligibility, limitations and claim requirements are governed by Fraser Engines’ written warranty terms and conditions.
Fraser Engines · 3.6L GM VVT Program
The GM 3.6L VVT High Feature V6 (LY7 / LLT / LFX) is used across many Chevrolet, GMC, Buick, Cadillac, Saturn and Pontiac vehicles. Fraser remanufactured 3.6L engines are built to restore compression, oil control, timing reliability, sealing integrity and dependable daily performance.
3.6L VVT V6Common GM 3.6L concerns addressed
The 3.6L High Feature V6 is a strong, smooth engine, but its long timing chains, cam phasers and oil-control design have well-documented weak points at high mileage — and they are exactly what Fraser corrects during remanufacturing.
The 3.6L’s three long chains stretch at high mileage, throwing P0008 / P0017 cam-correlation codes and eventually jumping time.
Worn phasers and sticking VVT solenoids cause rough idle, hesitation and cam timing codes.
Ring and PCV design on many 3.6L V6s leads to heavy oil use — and low oil is what stretches chains and starves the phasers.
Sludge, restricted passages and worn oil pumps reduce pressure to the chains, phasers and valvetrain.
Worn rings and bearings lead to low compression, knocking and power loss.
Timing cover, valve cover, oil pan and rear main seals leak after years of heat cycling.
Fraser Advantage™ benefits
A used 3.6L may already have stretched chains, worn phasers, oil consumption or sludge you can’t see. Fraser remanufactured 3.6L engines are a cleaner, stronger long-term repair with professional remanufacturing, VIN-based fitment support and warranty options — so GM owners can repair the vehicle correctly the first time.
Know the difference
A used 3.6L may come from a donor with unknown mileage, stretched timing chains, worn phasers, oil consumption or sludge. Even if it runs today, hidden wear may already be developing. Instead of gambling, you receive a professionally renewed replacement backed by Fraser’s support.
| Feature | Used Salvage Engine | Low-Cost Rebuild | Fraser Remanufactured |
|---|---|---|---|
| Internal mileage | Prior service mileage; unknown | Varies | Zero miles since remanufacture |
| Factory updates (TSBs) | None | Rarely | All applicable updates applied on Fraser Advantage™ |
| Cylinder heads | Unknown overheating history | Often reused | Remanufactured, pressure tested & resurfaced; updated heads on Fraser Advantage™ |
| Timing chains, guides & tensioners | Unknown stretch — codes likely | Often reused | All new timing components on all three chains |
| Internal components | Existing wear | Reuses marginal parts | New pistons, rings, bearings, oil pump, gaskets & seals |
| Machine work | None | Minimal | CNC-machined block; heads pressure-tested & resurfaced |
| Fitment verification | Varies | Varies | VIN-based verification before shipment |
| Warranty | Varies / none | Short-term | 3-Yr (Standard) or 5-Yr + 1-Yr No-Fault (Fraser Advantage™) |
| Core return | Varies | Varies | Free commercial pickup · Fraser support |
3.6L GM V6 VVT vehicle fitments
GM used the 3.6L High Feature V6 across sedans, crossovers, pickups, minivans and luxury cars from 2004 on — as the port-injected LY7 (VIN 7 / V / N) and the direct-injected LLT and LFX (VIN D / 3 / R). The generations are not interchangeable, and fitment also varies by model year, emissions package, accessory layout and transmission pairing — so Fraser matches every order to your VIN before shipment.
| Year(s) | Make | Model | Engine Code | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008–2017 | Chevrolet | Traverse | VIN D / 3 / R | Standard 3.6L HF V6 |
| 2010–2017 | Chevrolet | Equinox | VIN D / 3 / R | Optional upgrade engine |
| 2009–2016 | Chevrolet | Camaro | VIN D / 3 / R | Base V6 models |
| 2012–Present | Chevrolet | Impala | VIN D / 3 / R | Primary engine after 2012 redesign |
| 2008–2020 | Chevrolet | Malibu | VIN D / 3 / R | Optional in higher trims |
| 2014–Present | Chevrolet | Colorado | VIN D / R | Optional mid-size pickup engine |
| 2007–2009 | Chevrolet | Uplander | VIN D | Minivan application |
| 2009–2017 | GMC | Acadia | VIN D / 3 / R | Main engine |
| 2010–2017 | GMC | Terrain | VIN D / 3 / R | Optional upgrade engine |
| 2015–Present | GMC | Canyon | VIN D / R | Optional mid-size pickup engine |
| 2008–2017 | Buick | Enclave | VIN D / 3 / R | Standard powertrain |
| 2010–2016 | Buick | LaCrosse | VIN D / 3 / R | Main V6 engine |
| 2012–2017 | Buick | Regal | VIN D / R | Optional upgrade engine |
| 2012–2017 | Buick | Verano | VIN D | Optional upgrade |
| 2004–2009 | Cadillac | CTS | VIN 7 / V / N | Debut vehicle for 3.6L HF V6 |
| 2004–2009 | Cadillac | STS | VIN 7 / V | Luxury sedan |
| 2004–2009 | Cadillac | SRX | VIN 7 / V | First-gen SRX |
| 2010–2019 | Cadillac | SRX | VIN D / 3 | Second-gen SRX |
| 2013–2019 | Cadillac | XTS | VIN D / R | Optional upgrade engine |
| 2016–2020 | Cadillac | CT6 | VIN D / R | Luxury sedan |
| 2007–2010 | Saturn | Outlook | VIN D | Lambda crossover, same as Acadia / Enclave |
| 2007–2010 | Saturn | Aura | VIN D | Optional engine |
| 2008–2010 | Saturn | Vue | VIN D | Optional engine |
| 2007–2009 | Pontiac | G6 | VIN D | Optional engine |
| 2008–2009 | Pontiac | G8 | VIN D | Base V6 option |
VIN-specific matching: have your full 17-character VIN ready so our team can match the exact 3.6L replacement engine — LY7, LLT or LFX for your vehicle.
True remanufacturing — not a budget rebuild
Every Fraser 3.6L High Feature V6 is torn down to the bare block and rebuilt in a controlled, multi-step process. Choose the Fraser Advantage™ option and every applicable OEM and aftermarket Technical Service Bulletin update is applied — so known weak points are corrected before the engine ships.
Unknown mileage, stretched chains and oil consumption you can’t see.
Reuse marginal parts and skip the updates — the same failure comes back.
Fully remanufactured, VIN-verified fitment, and up to a 5-year warranty with free No-Fault on Fraser Advantage™.
Inside the Fraser plant
Fraser is committed to delivering engines of exceptional quality and performance. Our rigorous, detailed process ensures every engine meets our high standards and exceeds your expectations.
A thorough visual inspection of each block for casting defects, meticulous disassembly with every part inspected for damage and the cause of failure identified. Oil and water passage plugs are removed to guarantee optimal results during thermal cleaning. Only premium castings are selected — never repaired castings or sleeved blocks on high-performance engines.
Our thermal cleaning system distributes heat evenly through the chamber, avoiding overheating or warping. Components are heated in an oxygen-deficient atmosphere that decomposes combustible hydrocarbons and leaves parts dry. The Ace RKE 230 oven is used exclusively for cast-iron blocks.
Stainless-steel shot removes surface contamination like rust for a smoother finish — vital for detecting surface and subsurface defects — while the peening process imparts compression strength to the metal.
Magnetic particle inspection detects cracks and imperfections in ferrous engine parts, ensuring the highest quality for our cast-iron blocks.
Aluminum blocks first go through the AXE SW20 OS spray cleaning system, whose multi-integrated nozzles remove all foreign material — crucial for a thorough inspection.
Ultrasonic cleaning — the benchmark in cleanliness — reaches inaccessible areas and breaks the bonds holding small particles to surfaces before pressure testing.
The Delta pressure tester double-checks for pinholes after magnafluxing and dye testing, ensuring the integrity of every casting used in our products.
After a complete visual inspection we repair minor casting defects, remove broken bolts, tap threads and perform gasket surface repairs to minimize stock removal.
The RMC CNC V40 enclosed machining center measures and levels blocks and measures deck heights and cylinder bore sizes, eliminating operator error. It determines the Ra finish based on block type and gasket, using CBN cutters and checking surface finish with the Mitutoyo SJ-301.
The Sunnen LBB-1600 hone, accurate to within .0001″, reconditions rods and fits pins so honed bores are equal to or better than new. High-performance engines get ARP high-strength bolts and nuts first.
Rottler’s newest cylinder honing machine finishes cylinders within .0001″ roundness and straightness, continuously analyzing and correcting the bore to hold the critical oil clearances modern engine designs demand.
After precise machining, every block undergoes a second high-pressure wash cycle for absolute cleanliness before final assembly.
All parts are ultrasonically cleaned prior to assembly, reaching every surface and internal area to meet the most stringent cleanliness standards.
Each assembler conducts a thorough visual inspection and measures parts for proper size. Blocks are fitted with new cam bearings, oil restrictors, relief valves and new water and oil plugs; heads are installed with new bolts and gaskets and each cylinder’s seal integrity is checked. A final inspection by our assembly manager signs off every engine.
The gold standard in engine remanufacturing
Dual-function boring and resurfacing with unrivaled accuracy — cylinders bored and honed to exact dimensions, blocks and heads resurfaced to precise specifications for a perfect head-gasket seal on every engine type.
Complete crank grinding in a single chucking — the fully automated precision typically exclusive to OEM plants — delivering stabilized dimensional accuracy, superior surface quality and tighter tolerances.
Operational since 2016, our flame spray machine applies cylinder-bore coatings with unmatched precision and uniformity, surpassing industry benchmarks for current-model-year engines and extending engine life.
Industry-leading warranty coverage
Fraser handles warranty claims directly with engine specialists — not call-center reps. Labor is reimbursed using Mitchell or ALLDATA book time.
Parts & labor nationwide warranty · No-Fault upgrades available at checkout
Parts & labor nationwide PLUS 1 year of FREE No-Fault coverage — rarely matched in the remanufactured engine market
Optional No-Fault upgrades from 1 to 5 years are available on either option — see Protection Options. Coverage, labor reimbursement, eligibility, exclusions and claim procedures are governed by Fraser Engines’ written warranty agreement.
Answers before you order
Yes, for most owners. A used 3.6L may already have stretched timing chains, worn phasers, oil consumption or sludge. A Fraser remanufactured 3.6L is a zero-mile build with a remanufactured block and heads, new pistons, rings, bearings, timing components, oil pump, gaskets and seals, VIN-verified fitment and a 3- or 5-year unlimited-mile warranty.
Chevrolet Traverse, Equinox, Camaro, Impala, Malibu, Colorado and Uplander; GMC Acadia, Terrain and Canyon; Buick Enclave, LaCrosse, Regal and Verano; Cadillac CTS, STS, SRX, XTS and CT6; Saturn Outlook, Aura and Vue; and Pontiac G6 and G8 — 2004 to present.
Timing chain stretch and timing system wear, cam phaser and VVT-related drivability concerns, oil pressure and oiling support issues, high-mileage piston, ring and bearing wear, and gasket and sealing fatigue.
No. The 2004–2009 port-injected LY7 (VIN 7 / V / N) is different from the direct-injected LLT and LFX (VIN D / 3 / R) used from 2008 on, and accessory layout and transmission pairing vary by vehicle. Fraser matches the correct engine to your full 17-character VIN before shipment.
The Standard reman ($3,650) is a zero-mile long block with a 3-year warranty. The Fraser Advantage™ build ($4,080) adds an upgraded block, updated heads and every OEM and aftermarket TSB update, with a 5-year warranty plus 1 year of free No-Fault coverage.
Yes. Shipping and core pickup are free to any commercial address in the continental United States.
Yes. 1- to 5-year No-Fault protection ($99–$499) can be added at checkout. The Fraser Advantage™ option already includes 1 year of No-Fault coverage free.
Ready to replace your GM 3.6L?
Talk to a trained Fraser powertrain specialist today. We’ll verify fitment, explain warranty options, review core return details and provide a clear quote for your Chevrolet, GMC, Buick, Cadillac, Saturn or Pontiac 3.6L replacement engine.
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